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School Counselor - High School

Upper St. Clair School District

Pittsburgh, PA

Position:  1.0 School Counselor (Contract)

Assignment Location: High School

Contract Start Date:  2026-2027 School Year (August 13, 2026)

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Summary: To provide a comprehensive school counseling program for students in grades 9-12 and specifically provide activities to meet the academic, social-emotional, and college/career needs of the assigned caseload; consult with teachers, staff and parents to enhance their effectiveness in helping students; and provide support to other high school educational programs. A successful school counselor possesses mindsets in accordance with professional standards.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate various counseling programs and instruction in conjunction with department goals and professional standards to individual students, small groups, classrooms, and large groups.

  • Deliver preventative and responsive services to students demonstrating academic and/or behavioral concerns and recommend students and families to appropriate resources.

  • Provide comprehensive postsecondary planning counseling and support to students and families.

  • Provide responsive services to students in crisis.

  • Participate in the Student Assistance Program Team.

  • Lead and assist with departmental initiatives and programs.

  • Consult with teachers, staff, and parents regarding meeting the developmental needs of students.

  • Maintain accurate, complete and correct records and prepare reports as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.

  • Participate in the development and implementation of services for students with disabilities.

  • Develop and deliver evening information sessions for parents to support the school-wide counseling program.

  • Assist in conducting assessment and evaluation programs, including state-wide and district-wide testing.

  • Attend and participate in departmental and district meetings as scheduled.

  • Contribute to the curriculum development process.

  • Apply legal and ethical decision-making skills.

  • Seek professional consultation and supervision when needed.

  • Perform cafeteria and other duty assignments.

  • Other duties may be assigned.

 

Education and/or Experience:  

  • Master’s degree in counseling required. 

  • Minimum one year experience as a school counselor.

  • Educational Specialist certificate in school counseling (K-12).
     

Other Skills and Abilities: 

  • Apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs.

  • Effectively plan and implement lessons based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of students.

  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills. 

  • Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and School Board policies.

  • Ability to use technical hardware and software.

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Click here to view the complete job listing and to apply.

 

Application Deadline: Jul 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Starting Date: Immediately

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